Elevadas (en. High)
/eleˈβaðas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Situated at a great height or that is tall.
The elevated mountains offer stunning views.
Las montañas elevadas ofrecen vistas impresionantes.
Having a high or superior level regarding something.
Housing prices in the city are high.
Los precios de las viviendas en la ciudad son elevadas.
Manifested in a great intensity or degree.
It requires high doses of patience to educate children.
Se requiere una elevadas dosis de paciencia para educar a los niños.
Etymology
From Latin 'elevatus', meaning raised.
Common Phrases and Expressions
high expectations
very high expectations about something or someone.
elevadas expectativas
high costs
costs that are significantly high.
costos elevados
high levels
levels that are higher compared to others.
niveles elevados
Related Words
elevation
action of raising or being raised.
elevación
to raise
to lift something or someone to a higher place.
elevar
altitude
vertical distance from a given point to sea level.
altitud
Slang Meanings
Being at the top.
That group is at the top of the charts, their highs are incredible.
Ese grupo está en la cima de las listas, sus elevadas son increíbles.
Having high aspirations.
He has always had high goals in his career.
Siempre ha tenido elevadas metas en su carrera.